Support Escalation Engineer Jobs

Support Escalation Engineers solve complex technical problems that frontline support teams cannot resolve on their own. They investigate high-impact incidents, identify root causes, coordinate with engineering and product teams, and help restore service while keeping customers informed. Explore vetted Support Escalation Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Support Escalation Engineer Do?

These specialists take ownership of advanced customer issues across software, cloud platforms, networks, and enterprise products. Typical work includes reproducing defects, analyzing logs and system behavior, developing workarounds, documenting findings, and escalating verified bugs to development teams. They may also support incident response, track resolution progress, and share technical updates with customers and internal stakeholders.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, clear written and verbal communication, and experience supporting complex technical products. Depending on the role, useful qualifications may include knowledge of operating systems, networking, databases, APIs, cloud services, scripting, or observability tools. The ability to manage priorities calmly and collaborate across support, engineering, and product teams is essential.

Career Outlook and Compensation

Support Escalation Engineers can grow into senior support, technical account management, site reliability, solutions engineering, or support leadership roles. Compensation varies by employer, location, experience, and technical specialization. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find roles that match their skills and goals.

Find Support Escalation Engineer Roles on Ladders

Search current Support Escalation Engineer openings to compare responsibilities, required expertise, and compensation. Review each listing carefully and tailor your application to highlight complex cases you resolved, measurable customer or service outcomes, and your ability to partner effectively with engineering teams.

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$110K - $130K *

Discover innovative solutions as a Technical Sales Engineer, driving the sales process and collaborating with teams to deliver tailored optical technologies. Engage clients through presentations and d...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Transform customer experiences by leading technical sales processes, delivering tailored optical solutions, and fostering long-term relationships in a dynamic, collaborative environment focused on inn...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$91K - $135K *

Engage in cutting-edge software development for high-assurance encryption systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to tackle complex challenges and enhance national defense technology through innovati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $158K *

Join a dynamic team as you support senior Release Train Engineers in enhancing collaboration and coordination across the F-35 program, while developing your skills in release management and Agile meth...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $200K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of workforce management in the US. As a Solutions Consultant, you'll partner with sales to create tailored solutions for the Hospitality and Retail sectors, drivi...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $147K *

Advance the future of strategic defense by leading developmental test planning and execution for the Fleet Ballistic Missile program. Collaborate across teams to ensure successful integration and test...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $165K *

Innovate with us to drive Agile practices in a federal IT modernization initiative, enhancing collaboration and efficiency in a regulated environment while leading teams through the Software Delivery...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing enterprise identity solutions, ensuring secure access across cloud and hybrid environments while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance IAM...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$71K - $124K *

Drive innovative security solutions by testing and integrating cutting-edge hardware and software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance physical security systems, ensuring compatibility...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$84K - $90K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and validate innovative sensor systems. Collaborate on cross-functional projects, driving solutions from concept through deployment while ensuring optimal performance an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Transform customer engagement by providing expert pre-sales technical support, leading complex solution development, and delivering impactful presentations to ensure tailored solutions meet client nee...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower growth by managing enterprise accounts, driving revenue through consultative sales, and fostering lasting relationships. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver tailored solutions and ensure...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $158K *

Drive the development and execution of innovative technology strategies, fostering strong relationships with sales teams and customers. Lead impactful solution presentations and navigate complex integ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$141K - $236K *

Transform complex software systems through innovative development and maintenance. Collaborate with teams to enhance analytics, algorithms, and real-time systems while ensuring adherence to design req...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$65K - $121K *

Transform IT infrastructure by joining an Agile team focused on systems administration, networking, and hardware. Contribute to mission-critical projects while enhancing your skills in Windows/Linux e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $240K *

Join a team that's dedicated to bridging technical needs with business outcomes. Leverage your expertise in cybersecurity and ICS/OT technologies to empower clients, support sales, and drive impactful...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $140K *

Transform your career by providing pre-sales technical support and driving sales growth in the US Government market. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product adoption and achieve rev...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$108K - $140K *

Lead pre-sales technical support for government sales, managing projects and cross-functional teams to drive product adoption and revenue growth in the US Government market. Engage with stakeholders t...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$108K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in government sales engineering. Leverage your technical expertise to support product adoption and enhance stakeholder engagement while managing multiple projects...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$200K - $240K *

Champion technical solutions by collaborating with sales teams to drive success in the SLED market. Leverage your expertise in cybersecurity and ICS/OT technologies to empower clients and enhance busi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

Empower your career by driving technical solutions in cybersecurity for SLED clients. Collaborate with sales teams, deliver impactful demos, and lead Proof of Concept deployments while navigating publ...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

Engage with clients to bridge technical needs and business outcomes, providing expert guidance in cybersecurity and ICS/OT technologies. Collaborate with sales teams to deliver impactful demos and dri...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $105K *

Lead the charge in providing technical expertise for CIWS systems, ensuring effective installation, maintenance, and testing. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and enhance operational readiness...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $96K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of electronic warfare, conducting vital research and analysis to enhance military capabilities. Collaborate with experts to develop innovative solutions for next-ge...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$141K - $236K *

Unlock your potential as you support and enhance multi-platform network solutions, ensuring optimal performance and security in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with a team of experts to drive innov...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Support Escalation Engineer?question toggle

    A Support Escalation Engineer handles complex or high-priority technical issues that need deeper investigation than frontline support can provide. The role combines troubleshooting, customer communication, incident coordination, and collaboration with product and engineering teams.

  • What skills do Support Escalation Engineer jobs require?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often value advanced troubleshooting, analytical thinking, customer communication, incident management, and cross-functional collaboration. Technical requirements may include experience with cloud platforms, networking, databases, APIs, operating systems, scripting, or diagnostic tools.

  • How much do Support Escalation Engineers earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, and technical specialization. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation details.

  • What is the difference between a support engineer and a Support Escalation Engineer?question toggle

    A support engineer may resolve a broad range of customer questions and technical problems. A Support Escalation Engineer typically focuses on issues that are especially complex, business-critical, or unresolved after initial troubleshooting, and works closely with engineering teams to identify root causes.

  • How can I qualify for a Support Escalation Engineer role?question toggle

    Build a record of resolving difficult technical problems, strengthen your knowledge of the products and systems relevant to your target roles, and practice explaining technical findings clearly. Highlight incident ownership, root-cause analysis, customer outcomes, and collaboration with engineering in your resume.